Term Name: | seed oilbody biogenesis |
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Synonyms: | oleosome biogenesis, seed oil body organization, spherosome biogenesis |
Definition: | A cellular process that results in the biosynthesis of constituent macromolecules, assembly, and arrangement of constituent parts of a seed oilbody. Seed oilbodies are simple organelles comprising a matrix of triglyceride surrounded by a phospholipid monolayer embedded and covered with unique proteins called oleosins. Seed oilbodies supply the energy requirements for the growth of the seedling after germination. |
Ontology: | GO: Biological Process [GO:0010344] QuickGO AmiGO |